Oatmeal Ginger Cake 

Warm, moist, and perfectly spiced

Introduction

Oatmeal Ginger Cake is a comforting, old-fashioned style cake made with wholesome oats and the warming flavor of ginger. Soft, moist, and lightly spiced, this cake is perfect for tea time, breakfast, or as a simple dessert. The oats give it a hearty texture while ginger adds gentle heat and depth, making it especially lovely during cooler months.

Ingredients (Serves 8–10)

For the Cake

1 cup rolled oats

1 cup boiling water

1½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

1 tsp ground ginger

½ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

¼ tsp salt

½ cup butter, softened

¾ cup brown sugar

¼ cup white sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup milk

Optional Topping

Powdered sugar for dusting

Lemon glaze or cream cheese frosting

Instructions

Prepare the Oats
Place rolled oats in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes until soft.

Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round or square cake pan.

Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter with brown and white sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.

Combine
Add the soaked oats to the butter mixture and mix well. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk, mixing gently until just combined.

Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Cool & Serve
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or frost as desired.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with tea or coffee

Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Enjoy plain for breakfast or snack time

Variations

Healthier: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour

Extra Ginger: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger

Nutty: Add chopped walnuts or almonds

Vegan: Use plant-based butter, flax eggs, and dairy-free milk

Storage Tips

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 2 days

Refrigerate for up to 5 days

Freeze slices for up to 2 months

Final Thoughts

This Oatmeal Ginger Cake is cozy, flavorful, and wonderfully moist—a perfect balance of comfort and spice. It’s easy to make and even better the next day, making it ideal for both everyday baking and special moments.